WIX 51844 Oil Filter Cross Reference
Use this page to compare the WIX 51844 with potentially compatible oil filters from other brands. Review thread size, gasket dimensions, overall height, and fitment notes before substituting. A cross reference is a research tool, not an automatic guarantee of fitment.
Before substituting: verify filter style, thread size or cartridge dimensions, gasket dimensions, height, clearance, and application-specific requirements.
Best equivalent matches
The searched filter is shown alongside the four strongest alternatives currently in the database. Compare dimensions, thread details, and compatibility notes before deciding whether a substitute may be appropriate.
| Specification | Searched filter WIX 51844 Reference filter | WIX 51444Best Match Overall match: 98% SAFE | Overall match: 94% SAFE | Overall match: 92% SAFE | Overall match: 91% SAFE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thread size | 11/8-16 | 11/8-16 | 11/8-16 | 11/8-16 | 11/8-16UN |
| Gasket OD | 100.1 mm | 101.1 mm 92% | 100.8 mm 94% | 100.8 mm 94% | 103 mm 77% |
| Gasket ID | 90.93 mm | 91.44 mm 94% | 91.11 mm 98% | 91.11 mm 98% | 91 mm 99% |
| Gasket overlap | Reference | Compared to base 100% | Compared to base 100% | Compared to base 100% | Compared to base 100% |
| Height | 166.6 mm | 167 mm 100% | 166.9 mm 100% | 167.7 mm 90% | 167.39 mm 100% |
| Bypass PSID | 8 - 11 | 8 - 11 100% | 13 - 19 70% | 13 - 19 70% | 12 70% |
| Anti-drainback valve | Yes | Yes 100% | Yes 100% | Yes 100% | Yes 100% |
| ID top | Unknown | Unknown N/A | Unknown N/A | Unknown N/A | Unknown N/A |
| ID bottom | Unknown | Unknown N/A | Unknown N/A | Unknown N/A | Unknown N/A |
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Frequently asked questions
What replaces WIX 51844?
Several oil filter alternatives may be compatible with WIX 51844, but you should always verify thread dimensions, gasket sealing dimensions, bypass behavior, anti-drainback valve requirements, and installation clearance before substituting.
How do I confirm a cross reference for WIX 51844?
Compare thread size, thread pitch, gasket outside diameter, gasket inside diameter, can height, bypass pressure range, and anti-drainback valve requirements before using a substitute.
Can I use a different-size oil filter instead of WIX 51844?
Sometimes, but only if thread compatibility, gasket seating, bypass behavior, and physical clearance are all acceptable for the application.